maternity session information- kim culbert photography

What to Expect- MATERNITY

Congratulations on your pregnancy! This is such a special time in your life, and I am so happy that you have decided to capture it. Whether you decide to do an outdoor location, or an in-studiosession, the following guide will help you choose the best clothes,give you ideas for props, and hopefully answer any questions youmight have. If you still have questions at the end, please do not hesitate to contact me. I want to make this journey specialhesitate to contact me. I want to make this journey special

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There is no “right” time for your maternity session. The best time is when you feel comfortable and have a nice round belly. For some women, that might be at 30 weeks, and others it might be 36. With twins you’ll probably show earlierand want to book your session before you’re too uncomfortable to move around. Keep in mind that you could go into labour anytime after 36 weeks, though, and so you don’t want to take a chance.

Make sure to wear a shirt that flatters your pregnant figure and shows off your belly. This is your time to showcase your belly and figure, so I recommend a form fitting top,whether it’s a tank, top, or a blouse, that you love wearing and feel comfortable in. A solid colored maternity shirt or dress is ideal for your session, although if you have something with a pattern that you know you look fabulous in, please feel free to bring it as well. For a studio setup if you want some semi-nude, or implied nude photos, please bring some cute undeplease bring some cute underwear and a matching bra. If you can still get your pre-pregnancy jeans on (they don’t have to do up) please bring them along as well. A simple white or black tank top with black or white underwear looks great too. There will be time for clothing changes, so please bring whatever you are going to look great in, and we’ll go over the choices when you come to the studio. This day is allabout the belly and looking fabulous, so please bring a few changes of clothes that aregoing to make you feel beautiful. I have many fabric w I have many fabric wraps, strapless halters, scarves for use during our session as well.

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OUTDOOR SESSION OR STUDIO?

It’s completely up to you whether you’d like to have an outdoor maternity session, or an in-studio experience. Mostly, in-studio sessions are a little more intimate,using wraps and fabric to fully compliment your pregnant body, as well as having the comfort of being in an enclosed space. For in-studio sessions, please bring 3-4different outfits (different form fitting tops, a bra and panties set, if you would like, and some jeans, either pre-pregnancy (don’t worry, they don’t have to do up) or some maternisome maternity ones. For these kinds of portraits where much of your skin is showing, avoid tight-fitting bands from maternity pants as these will leave pressure marks. You can also roll the band down at least an hour before your session. Also avoid sock lines by either wearing low cut socks or none at all.If you want a fun, outdoor session, bright colored, stylish clothes look best. If it is cool out, dressing in layers will add depth to your photographs. Accessories like a textured scarf or cute hat add an element of fun and whimsy. We can still do somewardrobe changes outdoors as well, if youwardrobe changes outdoors as well, if you’re up to it! Contact me if you have more questions, or would like some ideas on your maternity session.


Again, CONGRATULATIONS on this wonderful timeof your life. It may feel like this pregnancy has gone on forever,but it won’t be long before you are cuddling your new little baby inyour arms. So, enjoy these fleeting moments, the soft (or maybe sometimes not-so-soft) kicks against your belly, the joys of beingat one with your little one. The best piece of advice I can give you on how to prepare for your maternimaternity session is to just relax. This is an enjoyable experience where you can capture the wonder and excitement of your pregnancy.If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me either through email or phone. I look forward to meeting you!
